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Swimming and surfing in Stavanger
70 km beaches
These beaches stretch over 70km and are undoubtedly some of the most beautiful in Scandinavia – maybe even among the finest in Europe in my opinion! Here you’ve got sand dunes, fine white sand and waves as far as the eye can see, with some of the best opportunities for surfing that Norway has to offer.
Jæren beaches
Borestranda
I’ve been here surfing many times. A wet suit is definitely recommended! Beginners should sign up with a surf school such as surfeskole.no for guidance and help to get started. The school decides which beach is the most suitable the night before class, based on the forecast wind conditions.
Borestranda
Orrestranda in Klepp
It’s quite incredible that such a beach exists in Norway. Tourists who come here are surprised by the Caribbean-like atmosphere. The beach stretches over 3km and has silky-soft sand and crystal-clear blue water. However, the water temperature is a little bit fresher than in the Caribbean, which you’ll notice if you decide to take a dip.
Orrestranda
Solastranda in Sola
For many of those who, like myself, spent their formative years in Stavanger, this epitomizes the beaches in Jæren. Hot tip: If you’re flying from Stavanger Sola Airport, you can combine your trip with a beach visit prior to departure.
Sola
Hafrsfjorden
Swimming at sunset with a view of the silhouettes formed by the “Sword in the Mountains” iron sculpture can be a quite magical experience! There is also a cozy little sandy beach as well.
Hafrsfjorden
Ølberg
It’s lovely to take a walk along the beach here, stopping to take time out to grab a bite at the Strandhuset restaurant.
Ølberg
Published: March 12, 2020
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